There's a lot of posts circling social media that imply there is something wrong with speaking about things we do not agree with, like or feel strongly against. The idea is that we should only promote "good vibes", "love and light", which isn't necessarily the thing I disagree with. I mean, after all, I think it's very clear that I believe in all of the above. However, what I disagree with is the notion that we shouldn't speak about things that we do not believe in, and perhaps to some degree that we "hate". The reason I disagree with this very popular idea is it reinforces silence, and there are topics that should never be silenced.
Now, in the world of social media, many have found a way to use their gifts to become "influencers", and I for one applaud those who have. However, I want us to remember the weight of responsibility that comes with leadership. I realize that anything we post online can and probably will be misunderstood, to some degree, but I want to encourage those of us who are "light leaders" to be cautious about what we promote.
Good vibes, affirmations and love aren't enough when a woman is being sexually assaulted and forced into silence. My point is, let us not forget that there are times when we must assert ourselves, when we must decide to take a fervent stand against darkness, when we must establish healthy boundaries and speak up for the vulnerable and weak. Awareness grows and things change, not just when we speak about what we love, but when we have the courage to stand against what we don't.
Beloved, there are too many people who live in a prison of belief that they must accept abuse, because they were taught to silent about what violated them.
Let's be careful and thorough, because the vulnerable are listening, reading and looking to us to be light and a voice for them.
Sincerely,
-T💋